High Protein Macadamia Nut Cookies

Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these High Protein Macadamia Nut Cookies—perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while fueling your body! Packed with rich macadamia nuts, creamy white chocolate chips, and two scoops of whey protein powder, these cookies deliver a delightful crunch and a boost of protein in every bite. A balanced blend of all-purpose and oat flour ensures a soft yet slightly chewy texture, while the subtle notes of vanilla round out the flavor. Ideal for post-workout snacks, mid-day pick-me-ups, or a protein-packed dessert, these cookies are ready in just 27 minutes and stay fresh for days. Upgrade your cookie game with this easy, high-protein recipe that combines indulgence with nutrition!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Oat flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 scoops Whey protein powder
• 1 cup Chopped macadamia nuts
• 0.5 cup White chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, oat flour, baking soda, salt, and whey protein powder.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped macadamia nuts and white chocolate chips.

Step 7

Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Enjoy these high protein macadamia nut cookies warm or store them in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(660.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3252.8

Total Fat 203.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 393.5mg	0%
Sodium 1584.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 296.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 192.1g
Protein 86.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 652.0mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 1723.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 35.3%